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Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project ManagerGEI is seeking a Senior Geotechnical Engineer / Project Manager to join our talented and highly motivated geotechnical team supporting the Knoxville, Tennessee office and our growing regional practice. This leadership role offers the opportunity to oversee geotechnical and construction oversight projects in the Knoxville area, throughout the South Region, and, as needed, nationwide. The successful candidate will provide technical leadership and project management for a wide range of geotechnical engineering and construction oversight assignments. Responsibilities include serving as a trusted technical advisor, cultivating and maintaining strong client relationships, providing subject matter expertise, and supporting multidisciplinary proposal and project teams. The role also includes mentoring and training junior staff and delivering innovative, practical solutions to complex geotechnical challenges.GEI's Knoxville office and other South Region locations support a diverse portfolio of projects, including geotechnical exploration, landslide assessment, slope stability analysis, geohazard evaluations, building foundation design, retaining wall and MSE wall design, ground improvement, deep foundation design, support-of-excavation systems, and construction quality assurance and testing services. We are seeking candidates with established experience and market knowledge in Knoxville, Chattanooga, and/or Nashville who demonstrate strong leadership, serve as positive role models, and maintain a client-focused approach. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing team and advance your career with a leading national engineering and consulting firm.GEI serves a broad client base, including private-sector clients and public agencies at the local, state, and federal levels throughout the United States and Canada. Essential Responsibilities & DutiesExemplify commitment to technical excellence to meet client expectations and achieve client satisfaction, and profitable project execution. Serve as a technical leader, project manager, and mentor.Manages project's performance in the areas of growth, operations, and administration to ensure project achieves company goals.Demonstrates leadership qualities that instill confidence from clients, subconsultants/vendors, and employees.Provide guidance to team members and monitors their performance, discipline, and attendance as defined by GEI policies and procedures.Work collaboratively with multi-disciplinary project teams and nationwide company offices at client/project locations.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related fields required; Excellent technical report writing and communication skills.Desired Qualifications10+ years in a project management role and client relationship management role.Willingness and ability to travel to GEI branch offices and client sites as required.Market-Competitive Compensation, including Eligibility for an Annual Performance BonusComprehensive Benefits Program, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and MoreWell-Being Program and Paid Parental LeaveCommuter BenefitsHybrid Work Schedules and Home Office and Cell Phone StipendsGEI University (GEIU) with Continuing Education Assistance and Tuition ReimbursementConnecting Conversation Program with a Focus on Professional Development and Opportunities for AdvancementSupport and Financial Rewards for Publication Awards, Professional Dues, and Professional LicensesPaid Holidays and Generous Paid Time Off ProgramRewards and RecognitionGEI-Funded Profit Sharing and 401(k)Opportunity to be an Owner and Shareholder (Learn more here)A Vibrant Culture that is Focused on Partnership, Sustainability, Giving Back to Our Communities and Diversity, Equity and InclusionAnd More…PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSWORK ENVIRONMENTFunctional Demands:SedentaryXLightMediumOtherActivity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row)Physical Activity RequirementsOccasional(0-35% of day)Frequent(33-66% of day)Continuous(67-100% of day)Not ApplicableSittingXStandingXWalkingXClimbingXLifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds)XLifting (waist level and above) (in pounds)XCarrying objectsXPush/pullXTwistingXBendingXReaching forwardXReaching overheadXSquat/kneel/crawlXWrist position deviationXPinching/fine motor skillsXKeyboard use/repetitive motionXTaste orsmell (taste=never)XTalk or hearXAccurate 20/40Very Accurate 20/20Not ApplicableNear VisionXFar VisionXYesNoNot ApplicableColor DiscriminationXSensory RequirementsMinimalModerateAccurateNot ApplicableDepth perceptionXHearingXEnvironment RequirementsOccupational Exposure Risk PotentialReasonably AnticipatedNot AnticipatedBlood borne pathogensXChemicalXAirborne communicable diseasesXExtreme temperaturesXRadiationXUneven surfaces or elevationsXExtreme noise levelsXDust/particulate matterXOther (exposure risks):Usual workday hours:8X1012Other work hours - WORK ENVIRONMENT - Functional Demands: - Sedentary - X - Light - Medium - Other - Activity Level Throughout Workday(check one per row) - Physical Activity Requirements - Occasional(0-35% of day) - Frequent(33-66% of day) - Continuous(67-100% of day) - Not Applicable - Sitting - X - Standing - X - Walking - X - Climbing - X - Lifting (floor to waist level) (in pounds) - X - Lifting (waist level and above) (in pounds) - X - Carrying objects - X - Push/pull - X - Twisting - X - Bending - X - Reaching forward - X - Reaching overhead - X - Squat/kneel/crawl - X - Wrist position deviation - X - Pinching/fine motor skills - X - Keyboard use/repetitive motion - X - Taste orsmell (taste=never) - X - Talk or hear - X - Accurate 20/40 - Very Accurate 20/20 - Not Applicable - Near Vision - X - Far Vision - X - Yes - No - Not Applicable - Color Discrimination - X - Sensory Requirements - Minimal - Moderate - Accurate - Not Applicable - Depth perception - X - Hearing - X - Occupational Exposure Risk Potential - Reasonably Anticipated - Not Anticipated - Blood borne pathogens - X - Chemical - X - Airborne communicable diseases - X - Extreme temperatures - X - Radiation - X - Uneven surfaces or elevations - X - Extreme noise levels - X - Dust/particulate matter - X - Other (exposure risks): - Usual workday hours: - 8 - X - 10 - 12 - Other work hoursGEI is an AA/equal opportunity employer, including disabled and veterans.